Pregnancy Friendly Cilantro-Lime Salmon Cucumber Skewers
Bright, zesty, and genuinely fun to eat, these pan-seared skewers bring together tender salmon cubes and cool cucumber rounds in a way that feels like a restaurant appetizer you somehow pulled off on a Tuesday night. Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, and cooking it to a verified internal temperature of 145°F — which this recipe specifically calls for — is exactly the kind of detail that matters when you're eating for two. The marinade leans on fresh lime juice, garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric, so every bite is layered with flavor without relying on anything processed or questionable. Alternating the fish with crisp English cucumber keeps things light and adds a satisfying crunch that balances the richness of the salmon beautifully. Everything comes together in a single skillet, which means less cleanup and more time actually enjoying your meal. Serve them straight off the pan with extra lime wedges and a few fresh cilantro sprigs for a dish that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the salmon
- 1 lb salmon fillet, skin removed, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp fresh cilantro, finely chopped
For the skewers
- 1 large english cucumber, cut into 1-inch rounds
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the lime juice, lime zest, garlic, ginger, turmeric, salt, black pepper, and cilantro until combined. Add the salmon cubes and toss gently to coat. Let the salmon marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- 2
While the salmon marinates, cut the cucumber into 1-inch rounds. Thread the skewers by alternating 2 pieces of salmon with 2 rounds of cucumber on each 6-inch skewer, starting and ending with cucumber.
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